Auto Repair Blogs
How Road Salt Affects Tire Life in Winter Winter presents unique challenges for drivers, from snowy or icy roads to frigid temperatures, fresh potholes, and harsh chemical enhanced treatments like road salt. The dry, gray-white coating left on vehicles after driving has many car owners flocking to car washes on the first nice day to prevent damage to the car's paint and finishes, but that salt can also affect tire longevity. While salt is critical for keeping roads safe by melting ice and snow, it can also accelerate tire deterioration, leading to increased wear, corrosion, and a shorter lifespan. In ...
Can Tire Pressure Sensors Improve Your Safety This Winter? Winter driving brings unique challenges, from icy roads to reduced visibility, making vehicle safety a top priority. Tire pressure is often an afterthought but can significantly affect your vehicle's handling, braking and overall performance. The air pressure in your tires will naturally drop with cold weather, requiring almost constant monitoring to keep you safe on the road. Regular tire pressure checks are essential to maintaining proper inflation levels, especially in winter. Fortunately, most modern vehicles have a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) to help drivers monitor and maintain proper inflation levels ...
How Much Does Proper Tire Inflation Save You in Winter? The cold winter months bring a unique set of driving challenges, requiring extra safety precautions and optimal vehicle performance—and not all of it involves snow and ice. One of the most overlooked winter driving concerns is your tires' inflation. You've most likely encountered the sudden air pressure drop with the arrival of frigid temperatures, but how much does that really matter? Proper tire pressure is critical for maintaining road safety, reducing fuel costs, and extending tire life. Understanding the relationship between inflation and winter driving and maintaining optimal tire pressure ...
Winter Tire Safety: Snow Tires vs. All-Season Tires – Which is Best for Your Winter Driving? Winter driving in the Midwest can be challenging, with snow-covered roads, icy surfaces and freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, staying off the roads in such conditions isn't always possible for many drivers, so choosing the best tires for winter driving is essential to ensure safety and help maintain control. Using the wrong tires during the winter can put you at risk of accidents due to poor traction in snow and ice, but should you purchase snow tires? Or can all-season tires help you trudge through without ...
Top 10 Tires for Winter 2025: Best Picks for Snow, Ice, and Cold Weather Driving Winter has hit with a vengeance across the United States already in 2025, and it's brought plenty of driving challenges with it. From snow and ice to the messy slush of warming conditions that quickly refreeze into new, slippery sheets. It's no question that equipping your vehicle with the right set of winter tires is a necessity to ensure safe, confident driving in harsh conditions. Winter tires are specially engineered to offer superior traction, handling, durability, and comfort in low temperatures. For 2025, manufacturers have ...
The Most Dangerous Roads in Kansas City & Tips to Stay Safe While Driving Today, let’s talk about a serious matter: the most dangerous roads in Kansas City. From January to March of 2022, car accident fatalities more than doubled compared to the same time frame in 2021. At Telle Tire, we see it all—some fender benders, and others, more serious accidents. That’s why we wanted to take a moment to drive home the importance of road safety with you. Keep reading to learn about some accident-prone areas to avoid when driving, and discover a few practical tips to protect ...
Vehicle Suspension System Types At the most basic level, you know that your vehicle gets you from point A to point B safely and comfortably – or it at least should. But have you ever considered the intricate system of mechanisms that ensure a smooth ride? The vehicle’s suspension system is an often underappreciated yet vital component to keeping every road trip comfortable and safe. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the different types of suspension systems, their functions, how to choose the right one for your vehicle, and tips for keeping it functioning as it should. What is a ...
Vacuum Leaks: Symptoms, Detection & Repair Solutions for Your Car Maintaining your vehicle’s health involves more than just keeping up with regular oil changes and tire rotations. Monitoring the condition of your vacuum system is a crucial yet often overlooked part of that maintenance. A well-functioning vacuum system ensures optimal performance and fuel efficiency, but experiencing a vacuum leak can disrupt the delicate mechanical balance, leading to various complications. In this guide, we’ll explore what vacuum leaks are, how to detect them, and the available solutions to keep your car running smoothly. Understanding the Role of a Vacuum System All ...
How Can I Improve My Gas Mileage? The average American faces hefty expenditures, with gas prices on the rise. Wouldn't it be great if there were simple ways to stretch each gas tank further, saving you money in the long run? Well, good news: there is. Keep reading to discover a few simple tips to improve your gas mileage! 5 Things You Can Do Today to Improve Your Gas Mileage 1. Check Your Tires Believe it or not, your tires play a significant role in your vehicle's fuel consumption. According to studies, tire-related issues account for 20 to 30 percent ...
Winter Car Maintenance Checklist Winter is upon us and as the weather continues to get colder and the roads begin to become a bit more treacherous, it’s time to ensure your vehicle is prepared. Cold weather can be harsh on vehicles and combined with holiday travel and worsening road conditions, it makes winter vehicle maintenance absolutely essential for your safety. Ensure your vehicle is ready to take on winter driving with our winter car maintenance checklist, then visit your nearest Telle Tire location for comprehensive auto service. Get Your Vehicle Ready for the Cold Ensuring you’ve completed the winter car ...